MSN Programs in Tennessee

Master's nursing programs build on the baccalaureate nursing education to prepare nurses for various areas of advanced nursing practice. Students select an area of concentration that matches their strengths and career goals. Concentrations found offered in the state of Tennessee include nurse practitioner, nursing administration, nurse educator, nursing informatics and nursing leadership. Other concentrations may also be found. The majority of nurses have been practicing long enough to know what area of concentration they want to pursue. The online and campus based master's nursing programs are listed below along with accreditation, concentration and contact information.

In general, master's nursing programs include coursework and clinical experiences that teach students nursing theory and research skills and how to apply them to their future nursing roles. Students are prepared to be leaders in advanced practice, education, management and in the overall health care system delivering health care and improving the patient care. Students will take courses in their chosen field of specialization to further develop their area of expertise. The master's of science in nursing is the necessary step for nurse that want to pursue advanced nursing careers or doctorate level education.

Online master's nursing degree programs are popular options for rural based nurses as well as those nurses with full-time work schedules. The online format allows for flexibility in class schedule and completion times. Online master's nursing programs listed below have the same accreditation as campus based programs and have the same coursework and clinical requirements. Both online and campus based programs in Tennessee can be completed in 18 to 24 months.

The job outlook is quite good for master's educated nurses in all specializations in the state of Tennessee. According to the Tennessee Center for Nursing - 2008 Registered Nurse Workforce in Tennessee Informational Brief, only 9.5% of work nurses in Tennessee held a master's degree in 2008. That means there are career opportunities for graduates of masters's nursing programs. Areas such as nursing education are critical to solving the nursing shortage and advanced practice fields are critical for efficient and cost-effective health care in the state of Tennessee. Find a program below that can help you reach your personal and professional goals.

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MSN Online Programs Offered in Tennessee

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services

University of Phoenix offers a number of Online Master of Science in Nursing programs. These programs are CCNE accredited. They are designed for those nurses who want to take their careers to the next level and pursue more advanced positions in today's challenging health care environment. Click on a program to request free information from University of Phoenix to learn more today.

Walden University School of Nursing

Graduates of the Walden Master of Science degree program in Nursing will be readily prepared to become leaders in their profession. They will be capable of contributing to positive social change in their own communities and throughout the world. Request free information from Walden University to learn more.

Capella University

Capella University offers a Master's in Nursing (MSN) degree program for registered nurses that are interested in pursuing careers as nurse educators or clinical nurse leaders.

Programs Offered: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nurse Educator

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Benedictine University

This online Masters in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). It is offered six times a year by the University.

Programs Offered: Master of Science in Nursing Online (Tracks for Nurse Leaders, Nurse Administrators, Nurse Educators and Disaster Management)

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Vanderbilt University - School of Nursing

Vanderbilt University is accredited by the Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

Programs Offered: Health Systems Management - MSN Online

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Gonzaga University

Gonzaga University offers a Master's of Science in Nursing program online with two different concentrations: Nurse Educator or Health Systems Leadership. Gonzaga University has received accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for their online MSN nursing programs. Request information below to learn more.

Programs Offered Online: MSN - Nurse Educator, MSN- Health Systems Leadership

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Graceland University

All nursing programs at Graceland University are CCNE accredited. Graceland University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Practicums are completed in the student's community.

Online Programs Offered: MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Nurse Educator, Post-Graduate Certificate Family Nurse Practitioner, Post-Graduate Certificate in Nurse Education

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Liberty University - Department of Nursing

Liberty University's Online MSN - Clinical Nurse Specialist Acute Care Track is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools. Graduates are prepared for national certification as a CNS and work as practitioners and/or educators. This program is enrolling now. Request information today!

Program Offered: MSN - Acute Care Track Online

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Loyola University New Orleans - School of Nursing

The MSN - Health Care Systems Management program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

Program Offered: MSN - Health Care Systems Management

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Norwich University - Nursing Programs

The e-learning MSN program can be completed in 18 - 24 months. This program is approved by the Vermont State Nursing Board and is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Programs Offered: Online MSN - (Nurse Leader)

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Saint Joseph's College of Maine

The Saint Joseph's College of Maine Online Nursing Programs are CCNE accredited.

Programs Offered: Online RN to BSN, Online MSN (Prepares leaders in Health Care Delivery Systems or Education)

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Saint Xavier University - School of Nursing

The Saint Xavier University MSN - Clinical Nurse Leader program is CCNE accredited. Graduates are eligible to sit for the AACN national CNL certification exam. The School of Nursing is recognized as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing, one of only 15 schools of nursing in the nation to receive this honor.

Programs Offered: Online MSN - Clinical Nurse Leader

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South University - School of Health Professions

South University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The South University MSN program is CCNE accredited and graduates are prepared for careers in nursing education.

Programs Offered: Online MSN (Focus on Teaching and Research)

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University of Cincinnati - College of Nursing

The University of Cincinnati - College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The MSN - Nurse Midwifery online program is accredited by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM).

Programs Offered Online: MSN - Clinical Nurse Specialist (Nurse Educator), MSN - Nursing Administration, MSN - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Adult Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist, MSN - Nurse Midwifery

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Western Governors University - Nursing

WGU is Regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as well as Nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council.

Programs Offered: Online MSN - Education, Online MSN - Leadership & Management

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Nursing Schools Based in Tennessee Offering MSN Programs

Carson-Newman College

The nursing program are CCNE accredited

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, RN -MSN & MSN (Concentrations: FNP, Nurse Educator), Post-Master's Certificates in FNP and Nurse Educator

Carson-Newman College, 1646 Russell Avenue, Jefferson City, TN 37760, PH: 865-471-3425

Master of Science in Nursing Regents Online Degree Program

The nursing programs are NLNAC accredited.

Programs Offered: MSN (Concentrations: FNP, Nurse Educator, Nursing Informatics, Nursing Administration)

Campuses: East Tennessee State University, Tennessee Technical University, Middle Tennessee State University, Tennessee State University, Austin Peay State University, University of Memphis

Master of Science in Nursing Regents Online Degree Program, PH: 615-366-3932

Southern Adventist University

The nursing program are NLNAC accredited

Programs Offered: ASN, BSN, Accelerated RN -MSN, MSN (Concentrations: Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator), MSN/MBA

Southern Adventist University - School of Nursing, 5010 University Drive, Collegedale, TN 37315, PH: 423-236-2961